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I and a few members of the GHFS have been focusing on the transitions between the longsword stances in Joachim Meÿer’s treatise of 1570. Some stances are a bit unclear, like the Mittelhut, so we are also comparing a bit … Continue reading →
Hi everyone! I would like to share a bit of my vision for the new HROARR site. First of all, its purpose is simply to help research, material development and practicing of HEMA. This is done by providing tools, source … Continue reading →
Since 2009 I have been working on interpreting the polearms section of Joachim Meÿer’s treatise of 1570 entitled “Gründtliche Beschreibung der Adeligen und Ritterlichen Kunst des Fechtens“. This research has evolved into a regular course in Meÿer quarterstaff at Gothenburg … Continue reading →
Blendhauw – Blind Cut
— Higgins Armory Sword Guild
Secondary Cut: A winding-through maneuver designed to draw the opponent to one side, followed by a snapping attack to the opposite side.
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